How To: Set Up Dunk Tank Video
The second thumbnail displays a General Set Up Video -- please watch.
Click here for Manufacturer's Instructions.
TOWING
1. Fold wing in against the side of the unit and securely tie off. Then slowly tilt tank back onto its wheels. Place seat in its “up” position and lock.
2. Insert hitch tongue and use both pins to secure it.
3. Attach trailer to vehicle. Put pin or bolt through hitch release lever and secure. Attach safetychain to vehicle. NOTE: Always use the safety chain when towing.
4. Hook up lights to tow vehicle, and be sure to test the turn signals and brake lights before towing.
5. Place target, target arm, and balls safely in tow vehicle.
SET UP
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2. Unhook trailer and lights from tow vehicle and roll to set up area. (NOTE: Trailer and tank are one unit, do not try to separate!)
3. Raise tongue end of trailer and remove hitch pins from tongue bar. Slide tongue bar out and re- place pins in bar.
4. Slowly lift up and set tank upright. (Be careful not to drop tank onto its bottom.)
5. Untie rope holding the wing against the tank. Swing wing out into position. NOTE: The wing MUST BE STRAIGHT out from the tank frame. If it is at an angle the trigger will not work properly. Lower the two stabilizing rods on the bottom of the wing so the wind does not move it as this will cause the target arm to jam.
6. Check drain plug to make sure it is tight and then fill tank to the top with water (approx. 500 gal- lons).7. Place the arm into the trigger mechanism. Put the other end trough the hole in the canvas. Make sure the pin which is welded to the arm drops into the pivot point on the side of the frame. Insert the target onto the end of the arm and tighten. With your hand “test” the target to see that it works properly.8. Place one hand on the front of the seat and push down. With the other hand “test” the target to see that it works properly.
General Set Up Info:
1. Must be set up on a flat area; cannot be delivered over hills, over fences or down valleys.
2. Don't set up by electricity or low-hanging tree branches.
3. Never place the dunk tank on a platform or stage. When filled, the dunk tank weighs over 4,500 pounds.
4. Only balls provided by the dunk tank manufacturer are to be used. Do NOT use baseballs or other hard balls or you may damage the unit.
5. The ride must not be operated during inclement weather, which includes rain, lightning, winds exceeding 15 miles per hour, hail or temperatures below 45 degrees.
6. When unattended by an adult, the dunk tank must be drained completely.
7. The water level in the tank should be kept at least 8 inches from the top.
8. Cordon off a “danger zone” completely around the tank -- in front, on the sides and behind. Keep people out of the zone to avoid anyone getting hit by an errant or deflected throw. Children should never be allowed inside this “danger zone.”
Please familiarize participants with these rules:
1. Only participants less than 250 pounds or the manufacturer’s stated maximum weight limit are permitted in the tank.
2. Dunkees (participants who will be getting into the tank) must be at least five (5) feet tall and must be able to swim.
3. If younger than 18 years of age, dunkees and dunkers (participants throwing the ball) must have approval from a parent or guardian to participate.
4. All sharp objects on the participant, such as glasses, jewelry and watches, should be removed before getting into the tank.
5. Observers and participants should keep food and drinks away from the dunk tank.
6. Only one person is allowed on the seat or in the tank at a time.
7. The dunkee should never stand on the seat.
8. The dunkee should sit up straight, with hands on lap or knees.
9. Observers or participants are not allowed to hold onto the bars or put
themselves or any object through the bars.
10. Only the operator or event organizer is permitted behind the tank or
target area.
11. Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted in
the tank.
12. Participants with physical or mental impairments should not be
permitted in the tank, unless they or their guardian confirms they are fit to
participate.
13. Participants with chronic knee or other joint conditions, previous back or
neck injuries, respiratory conditions, heart or circulatory conditions, and those who are pregnant are encouraged to consult with their doctor before participating in the dunk tank.
